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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s removal of Wale Edun as minister of finance and his replacement with Taiwo Oyedele on Tuesday sent mixed signals across different segments of the Nigerian economy. DAILY POST reports that Edun’s sack, alongside his counterpart in Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Muda Dangiwa, was announced by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, in a memo. Edun was directed to hand over to Oyedele, while Dangiwa was to hand over to Muttaqha Rabe Darma, who was nominated as minister-designate. DAILY POST reports that the Presidency did not state why Edun and Dangiwa…

Zaidu Sanusi will miss the second leg of FC Porto’s Portuguese Cup semi-final clash against Sporting Lisbon. Sanusi missed training on Tuesday (today) as he continued his recovery from the injury. The Nigerian international sustained the injury during Porto’s league clash with Tondela last weekend. The left-back was replaced by Thiago Silva in the 62nd minute. “Zaidu will remain out as he is still recovering,” Porto head coach, Francesco Fariolli told the club’s official website. Sanusi has registered one goal, and two assists in 25 appearances across all competitions for the Dragons this season.

Kano Pillars have been fined a sum of N15 million for breaching the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, framework in their clash against Rivers United. The Sai Masu Gida failed to provide adequate and effective security, resulting in unauthorised persons gaining access to restricted areas. “‎For repeated failure to ensure proper ‎conduct of their supporters, resulting in the harassment of, and intimidation of match officials, Kano Pillars are fined N3m. ‎Kano Pillars were further fined N3m for repeated gross misconduct towards match officials. ‎For repeated disruption and delay of the match, which led to the harassment of the centre referee,…

The Naira continued depreciating against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Tuesday after the minister of finance, Wale Edun, was sacked by President Bola Ahmed. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data, showed that the Naira weakened further on Tuesday to N1,350.74 against the dollar, down from $1,349.67 as recorded on Monday. This means that on a day-to-day basis, the Naira falls by N1.07 against the dollar. Meanwhile, at the black market, the Naira edged the dollar by N5 to N1,425 per dollar from N1,430 traded the previous day. DAILY POST reports that the country’s external reserves sustained…

President Donald Trump on Tuesday extended the deadline for the temporary ceasefire in Iran, citing the need for additional time for consultations. The leader based the decision on the request of Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, and Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces. Trump indicated that the United States was asked to hold its attack on Iran until their leaders and representatives “can come up with a unified proposal.” The President, however, announced that he had directed the U.S. military to continue the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and “remain ready and able.” On Tuesday,…

Flutterwave has responded to media reports regarding a supposed $75 million investment by the Federal Government of Nigeria, as well as suggestions of a near-term IPO. The company said that while some reports may reflect evolving discussions or interpretations of broader engagement, they do not correspond to any formally executed or disclosed transaction. In a statement, Flutterwave clarified that discussions referenced in earlier reporting relate to potential private investors’ capital participation, such as a Series E or similar pre-IPO positioning. “These are typical steps for scaling companies and are distinct from a public listing,” it noted. “Any future IPO would…

National Rescue Movement, NRM, has said that it has no plan to merge with any political party ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, the National Chairman of NRM, Prince Chinedu Obi, said the party is ready to go through the process of producing a viable presidential capable of challenging the incumbent government in 2027. Fielding questions from reporters According to him, “We’re not planning on merging with any political party or joining a coalition. We’ll produce our presidential candidate…” Speaking further, he said that the Federal High Court had ended the…

The Taraba State Government has flagged off the first phase of training on the EIDU Digital Learning System, targeting 500 teachers as master trainers in a move to modernise classroom delivery across the state. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr Augustina Godwin, performed the flag-off on Tuesday, announcing that Jalingo and Ardo-Kola local government areas have been selected as pilot centres for the programme. According to the commissioner, the initiative will equip selected teachers with digital teaching skills and tools, enabling them to train other educators across Taraba. The programme, she explained, is designed to enhance classroom instruction,…

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has claimed that at the moment Arsenal are Premier League champions. Guardiola was speaking to reporters ahead of their trip to Burnley on Wednesday. City can go top of the table with a win at Turf Moor, having beaten the Gunners 2-1 on Sunday. But Guardiola has warned his players to remain focused ahead of their remaining games. “We talk immediately in the dressing room after the game,” Guardiola said. “Don’t lose the focus. The focus is Arsenal’s top of the league. “Right now, in this moment, they will be champions.”

The Ondo State Police Command has dismantled a human trafficking syndicate operating across international borders, rescuing a 21-year-old woman who was allegedly deceived and trafficked to the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire under the pretence of securing legitimate employment. This was contained in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh. According to the statement, the victim, Akinwunmi Faith, was reportedly lured abroad on February 22, 2026, by three suspects identified as Akinlaja Blessings, Johnson Ahomari, and a third accomplice, Grace, who is currently at large. They allegedly promised her a job as a supermarket sales assistant.…